In a revealing episode of DJ Akademics’ podcast, rapper and producer Yung Berg, also known as Hitmaka, opened up about an interesting offer he turned down and his experiences working with top-tier artists in the music industry. Berg shared that he declined an invitation from NBA YoungBoy’s manager, Montana, to work with YoungBoy at Grave Digger Mountain. The reason? Berg’s unwavering loyalty to Lil Durk, with whom he shares a strong relationship. The ongoing beef between Lil Durk and NBA YoungBoy played a significant role in his decision.
Yung Berg is Loyal to Lil Durk and King Von
Yung Berg elaborated on his deep involvement in Lil Durk’s music career. He proudly mentioned that he has been featured on every album Durk has released. Additionally, Berg has played a crucial role in the creation of songs for King Von, a close associate of Lil Durk. He recounted a memorable conversation with King Von, who questioned whether he should simply rap what Berg had written for him. Berg explained to Von that writing for other big artists is a common practice in the industry.
Yung Berg Plays Dj Akademics some Exclusive reference Tracks
To give a glimpse into his creative process, Yung Berg played a reference track he wrote for Big Sean’s hit song “Bounce Back” for DJ Akademics. He also shared a track he had written for King Von. Berg described his method of arriving at the studio with fully completed demo songs, leaving the artist with the task of repeating the words. Initially, King Von found this approach too easy but eventually embraced it, as shown when he repeated the lyrics for “Rich Gangsta,” a track penned by Berg.
Yung Berg Comes to the studio with song ready for major artists
Yung Berg emphasized the collaborative aspect of his work, noting that while he provides the foundational lyrics, artists personalize and add their unique touches to the songs. He reminded DJ Akademics that King Von had added his own distinctive flavor to “Rich Gangsta” by including the controversial “Tooka” bars. This personalization highlights the dynamic interplay between songwriter and artist in creating hit tracks.
Yung Berg’s insights into his songwriting process and his loyalty to Lil Durk offer a fascinating look into the behind-the-scenes workings of the music industry. His ability to craft complete songs and adapt to the needs of various artists showcases his versatility and influence as a key player in the creation of modern hip-hop hits.
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